Applications Engineer

Job Summary

CECO is a leading, environmentally focused diversified industrial company, delivering innovative solutions that protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment worldwide. With more than 150 years of history and deep application expertise, CECO serves a broad range of industries, including air, water, and energy transition markets. Our legacy began in 1869 with the founding of the Dean Brothers Pump Company, addressing high-temperature pumping challenges. A century later, Claremont Engineering was established, evolving into CECO Environmental. Today, CECO proudly encompasses over 20 trusted brands, each committed to providing solutions that safeguard people, the environment, and industrial operations.

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Transcend Solutions plays a critical role in delivering specialized air solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship.

The Application Engineer will be working as a bridge between Transcend’s Engineers, the Sales team, and its customers by designing, sizing, generating proposals and be responsible for Element Cost Sheets & Designs.

Your Responsibilities Will Be: 

• Engineering design of filter and vessel components
• Provide technical support and solutions to sales team and customers
• Site visits to process plants and fabricators
• Maintain extensive knowledge of complex aspects of products and systems
• Analyze customer requirements and illustrate how company solutions can provide value and support their organization
• Work in partnership with supply chain and the sales team to confirm costs, strategize sales approaches, and ensure attainment of sales quotas
• Prepare proposals and technical responses to RFI and RFPs
• Understand specific client systems and equipment requirements to identify additional sales opportunities to provide to the sales team
• Recommend modifications to standard products to meet individual customer requirements, within practical company and economic limitations
• Provide written/verbal quotations and perform necessary follow-up
• May perform costing analysis on product line items versus published pricing to arrive at gross margin calculation for review and approval by Applications and Sales Managers
• May coordinate customer delivery requirements with the Production Department and configure technical solutions for customers to ensure successful customer integration
• Anticipate and answer client/sales questions on product functionality/usage, application inquiries, and appropriate product recommendation in a timely manner
• Should take responsibilities of Developing Cost Sheets, Element Designs & developing familiarity with competitor products for retrofit purposes/opportunities
• Occasionally help Project Manager, with reviewing internals & Vessel drawings; Coordinating with internal and external parties for the execution of projects; Project Scheduling & Tracking; Any other project execution duties as required
• Other projects & duties as assigned
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology or related field required, Graduate degree preferred.
• 4-6 years of experience in the same or in same or similar role
• Logical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Works well in a cross-functional, open-communication environment
• Ability to travel domestically, 10-25%
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in product design preferred
  
  

Required Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Microsoft Office Suite - ERP systems (Epicor and/or D365 is preferred)
• Customer and Personal Service (intercultural skills, service minded): Application of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
• Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, used in the manufacture of steel products
• English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar
• Exercising confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment
• Sense of Urgency: Motivated self-starter; able to work effectively without individual task assignments
• Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
• Critical thinking: Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Analytical: Strong analytical skills. Being able to analyze complex challenges by identifying fundamental drivers, fact finding and creating options based on facts and figures
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
• Negotiation: Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences
• Well-developed ability to multi-task and prioritize with strong attention to details
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Travel is required, as necessary; must have the ability to travel across borders
  
  

Licensing Or Certification Requirements

• None
  
  

ADA Requirements

Positions in this function typically require typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Office Position Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

• Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications, or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods.
• The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job. Visits to our manufacturing facility and suppliers’ facilities is required to monitor active projects and address design issues.
• Compliance with company attendance standards.
  
  

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some work with physical computer and/or networking systems may be required to fulfill operational requirements.

We Offer: 

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more.  

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.  

About Us 

CECO’s Commitment to Our People 

At CECO, our people are at the center of everything we do. Whether you’re a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring opportunities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with CECO. 

About Ceco 

CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across the globe, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets. 

We serve these markets and our global customers through our key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Learn more about CECO by visiting  About Us . 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. 

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